PSY 213 Psychology of Prejudice (ST) (4.00 SH). This class will apply social psychological theory and research to understand the psychological underpinnings of prejudice. Students will explore the impact of prejudice on members of targeted groups with a particular emphasis on understanding the experience of racism. Grounded in psychological theory and research, students will explore current social issues related to prejudice as well as specific ways to reduce stereotyping and prejudice on both a personal and societal level. Meets Social Thought and Tradition Intellectual Perspective requirement (ST).

PSY 215C C:Psychology of Sex (ST) (4.00 SH). Clustered with BIO-151C - Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sex...but Were Afraid to Learn
This course explores the psychological processes that underlie human sexual behavior. With an eye toward historical and cultural variations, students will explore such topics as sexual attraction, motivation, attitudes, decision making, behavior, and disorders. This course is based on a scientific exploration of sexuality; thus, students will learn how psychologists study sexuality empirically, and how the results of sexuality research are perceived by the public.

PSY 219 Early Child Development (ST) (4.00 SH). A chronological approach to the principles and theories of child development from birth-11 years of age. This course fulfills the developmental psychology requirement for early childhood education majors.

PSY 221 Childhood & Adolescence (ST) (4.00 SH). A topical approach to principles of human growth and development, with an emphasis on both childhood and adolescence. Meets Social Thought and Tradition Intellectual Perspective requirement (ST).

PSY 235 Psychology of Women (4.00 SH). This course challenges students to question their existing beliefs about what it means to be male and female in today’s society. We will explore traditional and changing gender roles and their impact. Course topics include an in-depth look at issues related to gender stereotypes, violence against women, interpersonal relationships, childcare and employment. Students will also explore global issues related to gender roles and culture by examining women’s lives in other countries. (Also listed as GS 331.)

PSY 241 Organizational Psychology (4.00 SH). A study of the interaction of individual and structural characteristics which influence productivity and human dignity in all organizational settings. Primarily utilizing case-study methods.

PSY 261 Neural Networks: The Biopsyc Perspe (4.00 SH). An introduction to how biologically-oriented psychology analyzes such topics as memory, intelligence and consciousness as emerging from principles of neurocomputation. A cluster course. Must also register for CS 271.

PSY 262C C:Neuropsychology of Mind (4.00 SH). Clustered with PHI-218C - The Neuropsychology & Philosophy of the Mind
This course surveys the contributions of psychology and neuroscience to understanding human thought and human nature. Particular attention is paid to scientific approaches in studying consciousness and the field of Clinical Neuropsycholgy. PSY-101 will be helpful, but is not required.

PSY 275 Forensic Psychology (4.00 SH). The course provides a survey of key areas of relevance in forensic psychology. As an introduction to forensic psychology, the course tackles the fundamental goals and applications of psychological practice in the legal system including custody evaluation, criminal profiling, and competency assessment.

PSY 281 Principles of Learning (4.00 SH). Analysis of the variety of mechanisms by which our behavior and our representations develop from experience. Prerequisite: PSY 101.

PSY 291 Adult & Aging (4.00 SH). An examination of the theories and research regarding development and change from young adulthood through old age.

PSY 301 Assessment (4.00 SH). This course explores issues related to the assessment of human functioning within a variety of areas, including intelligence, academic achievement, personality and other dimensions of psychological adjustment. The course will focus on major assessment strategies and instruments within each of these areas, as well as principles underlying the construction and effective use of assessment instruments. A laboratory is included. Prerequisite: PSY 201.

PSY 321 Social Psychology (4.00 SH). Descriptive and experimental examination of the interaction of individuals, small groups and large groups focusing on topics such as attitude formation, conformity, aggression, cooperation, and intergroup relations. A laboratory is included. Prerequisite: PSY 201.

PSY 401 Abnormal Psychology (4.00 SH). An examination of the theoretical and empirical approaches to understanding abnormal human behavior with an introduction to the nature, causes and treatment of various psychological disorders. Prerequisite: PSY 101.

PSY 431 Developmental Psychopathology (4.00 SH). An overview of problems and processes that lead to abnormal development in childhood and adolescence. Included is an in-depth examination of early psychological disorders. Prerequisites: PSY 101 or 221.

PSY 594 Field Experience/Internship (4.00 SH). Working in a psychology related field under the supervision of a person with at least a master’s degree in psychology or a related discipline. Regular contact with the Westminster College internship instructor is required. A reading list developed prior to actual internship activities, a journal and a paper integrating the readings, internship experience and other college course work are required. Prerequisite: junior level standing.

PSY 621 Independent Study (1.00 SH). Independent Study (1 SH) Supervised, individual investigation of a topic of special interest, generally in the form of an experimental project. However, any activity which affords an opportunity for learning not usually provided by the classroom situation is seriously considered. Prerequisite: written approval of the department after submission of an application, including a prospectus, to the department at least two weeks before preregistration

PSY 622 Independent Study (2.00 SH). Independent Study (2 SH) Supervised, individual investigation of a topic of special interest, generally in the form of an experimental project. However, any activity which affords an opportunity for learning not usually provided by the classroom situation is seriously considered. Prerequisite: written approval of the department after submission of an application, including a prospectus, to the department at least two weeks before preregistration

PSY 624 Independent Study (4.00 SH). Independent Study (4 SH) Supervised, individual investigation of a topic of special interest, generally in the form of an experimental project. However, any activity which affords an opportunity for learning not usually provided by the classroom situation is seriously considered. Prerequisite: written approval of the department after submission of an application, including a prospectus, to the department at least two weeks before preregistration

PSY 631 General Experimental Research I (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two-course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 632 General Experimental Research II (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 633 Developmental Research I (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 634 Developmental Research II (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 635 Social Psychology Research I (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 636 Social Psychology Research II (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 637 Applied Psychologicial Research I (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 638 Applied Psychology Research II (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 639 Experiment/Personality Research I (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 640 Experiment/Personality Research II (2.00 SH). When registering for PSY 601 and 602 students must co-register in one of the following two course sequences: PSY 631, 632 General Experimental Research I and II; PSY 633, 634 Developmental Research I and II; PSY 635, 636 Social Psychology Research I and II; PSY 637, 638 Applied Psychological Research I and II; PSY 639, 640 Experimental andPersonality Research I and II.

PSY 650 Research Scholars (0.00 SH). The research scholars program is for those exceptional students who choose to do a more extensive, two to three semester capstone research project in psychology. Students eligible for this program must have a 3.5 GPA overall, a 3.5 GPA in psychology, have taken at least three psychology courses, obtained a letter of reference from a faculty member, and must submit a writing sample to the chair of the department. Students accepted into the program begin their projects in the spring of their junior year and defend a thesis in the spring of their senior year. Students must show concurrent enrollment in PSY 601 and 602.

PSY 682 Honors Research (2.00 SH). Students in the All-College Honors Program register for PSY 601 and PSY 662 (2 semester hours each) concurrently in the Spring of their junior year, and PSY 602 and PSY 672 (2 semester hours each) concurrently in the Fall of their senior year, equaling a total of 8 honors research semester hours by the end of the Fall semester. In the spring of their senior year they register for honors research (PSY 681-684). Students must have a 3.5 GPA in three or more classes in the neuroscience curriculum to begin honors research.

PSY 683 Honors Research (3.00 SH). Honors Research (3 SH)

PSY 684 Honors Research (4.00 SH). Students in the All-College Honors Program register for PSY 601 and PSY 662 (2 semester hours each) concurrently in the Spring of their junior year, and PSY 602 and PSY 672 (2 semester hours each) concurrently in the Fall of their senior year, equaling a total of 8 honors research semester hours by the end of the Fall semester. In the spring of their senior year they register for honors research (PSY 681-684). Students must have a 3.5 GPA in three or more classes in the neuroscience curriculum to begin honors research.

Supporting Courses

BIO 201 Cell Biology & Genetics (SD) (4.00 SH). This course serves as an introduction for students who have chosen biology or molecular biology as a major or minor. A combination of lectures, laboratory exercises, and assignments will introduce students to ways of observing and thinking about fundamental concepts and processes in the following areas of biology—biochemistry, cell structure and function, metabolism, genetics, and biotechnology. Various resources will be utilized to reinforce biological concepts, learn new laboratory skills, and improve critical thinking skills. Multiple sections offered every Fall Semester; one section offered every Spring Semester. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).

BIO 202 Found II:Evolution,Form&Func (4.00 SH). BIO 202 is the second in a series of three foundational courses in biology, designed to serve as an introduction for students who are taking a biology or molecular biology major or minor. Using explorative lectures coupled with investigative laboratories, BIO 202 will focus on evolution, the structure and physiology of plants and animals, and animal development. Concepts and practices of experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation of results will be reinforced and extended through integrated laboratory activities. Prerequisite: completion of BIO 201. Offered Spring Semester.

CHE 117 Principles of Chemistry (SD) (4.00 SH). A course emphasizing stoichiometry, chemical equilibria, acids and bases, chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, nuclear phenomena, and interactions of science and society. In the laboratory program students will investigate chemical systems, analyze observations and data, devise explanations, and communicate results. Prerequisites: High school chemistry and an acceptable score on a placement test or completion of CHE 111 or ES 160 with a grade of C- or better. Offered Fall and Spring semesters. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).

CHE 180 Inorganic Chemistry (4.00 SH). A study of the energetics of the bonding and reactions of inorganic compounds. Emphasis is given to the periodicity of the chemical and physical properties of the elements. Major themes of the course include effective nuclear charge, lattice energy, charge density, acid/base theories, and the descriptive chemistry of all of the elements. The laboratory includes the investigation of the energetics of reactions, the synthesis and analysis of coordination compounds, qualitative chemistry, and the communication of results. Prerequisite: CHE 117 with a grade of C- or better. Offered Fall and Spring semesters.

MTH 131 Applied Calculus (QR) (4.00 SH). A one-semester study of applications of differential and integral calculus with emphasis on polynomials, exponential functions, logarithmic functions, business and economics applications. This course is for individuals with a good high school background in mathematics. This course does not provide the background for a student to continue on to Calculus II. Not available to students who have credit for MTH 150, MTH 152, or MTH 250. Prerequisites: C or better in MTH 130 or permission of the instructor or department chair. (Offered every semester.) Meets Quantitative Reasoning Intellectual Perspective requirement (QR).

MTH 150 Calculus I (QR) (4.00 SH). This course will focus on the fundamentals of differential calculus. Topics considered include functions, limits, continuous functions, differentiation and integration of functions with one real variable, applications of differentiation and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Students will be introduced to some basic calculus proofs. This course is suggested for all students who expect to continue for any advanced degree including finance, law, and medicine. (Offered every semester.) Meets Quantitative Reasoning Intellectual Perspective requirement (QR).

MTH 152 Calculus II (QR) (4.00 SH). This course will focus on the fundamentals of integral calculus, including techniques and applications of integration. Other topics include infinite series and introductory topics from differential equations. Prerequisite: C- or better in MTH 150 or the permission of the instructor. (Offered every semester.) Meets Quantitative Reasoning Intellectual Perspective requirement (QR).

PHY 141 Foundations Physics I (SD) (4.00 SH). The first semester of an introductory study of physics (mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, waves, light and modern physics) without calculus. Basic principles used in both semesters are introduced in the first semester. Some emphasis will be given to applications of physics to biological systems. A laboratory is included. Prerequisite: a good background in high school mathematics including algebra and trigonometry. Offered Fall Semester. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).

PHY 142 Foundations Physics II (4.00 SH). The second semester of an introductory study of physics (mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, waves, light and modern physics) without calculus. Some emphasis will be given to applications of physics to biological systems. A laboratory is included. Prerequisite: PHY 141 or PHY 151. Offered Spring Semester.

PHY 151 Principles Physics I (SD) (4.00 SH). The first semester of an introductory study of physics (mechanics, heat, electricity, magnetism, waves, light and modern physics). Basic principles used in both semesters are introduced in the first semester. Some basic concepts of calculus may be introduced as needed. A laboratory is included. Co-requisite: MTH 150 or higher. Offered Fall Semester. Meets Scientific Discovery Intellectual Perspective requirement (SD).